Brazil’s Raphinha ruled out of Scotland match with thigh injury

Brazil will be without Raphinha for its next World Cup match against Scotland, according to multiple international reports. The Barcelona midfielder, one of the team’s leading stars, is dealing with a thigh muscle injury.

Raphinha arrived at the tournament in strong form and had hoped to be one of the players carrying Brazil toward its first World Cup title since 2002. He is expected to undergo intensive treatment in an effort to make him available for the later stages of the competition, if Brazil advances that far.

Despite the injury, he will remain with the national team’s squad. The update was published on June 20, 2026, at 23:36, and reflects growing concern around Brazil’s campaign as it prepares for the Scotland fixture.